Overnight work on Illinois 2 in Lee County begins Sept. 28

Sep 24, 2026

LEE COUNTY – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that weather permitting, construction on Illinois 2 in Lee County will begin Monday, Sept. 28. The work zone will be just west of Dixon between Palmyra and Kilgore roads.

Work will be done overnight to patch the northbound and southbound lanes. One lane will be closed at a time during the project, which is expected to be completed by Oct. 9.

Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area and be prepared for slow and stopped traffic. To avoid the work area, when feasible, use of alternate routes should be considered. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices, and be alert for workers and equipment.

For IDOT District 2 updates, follow us on X at @IDOTDistrict2 or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

Kristophere’ Owens

IDOT

Paul Wappel

IDOT

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